Post-natal massage, at home after birth
Post-natal massage at home in Dubai: a gentle Swedish or lymphatic session after birth, side-lying if you prefer. Doctor's go-ahead first. 60 min AED 400.
Book Post-natal →Why book Post-natal at home?
Yes, once your doctor or midwife is happy for you to have a massage. There is no separate post-natal treatment on the RHEA menu: you book a gentle Swedish or lymphatic drainage massage and write post-natal in the booking notes, with how long ago you gave birth and whether it was a caesarean. Your therapist keeps the pressure gentle and can work with you lying on your side. The price is the same as any massage: 60 minutes AED 400, 90 minutes AED 550, 120 minutes AED 700.
Pressure you choose
About 2 out of 5 on our scale. Ask for more or less at any point.
Three lengths
60, 90 or 120 minutes. 90 minutes leaves time for a full, unhurried session.
One clear price
60 minutes AED 400, 90 minutes AED 550, 120 minutes AED 700.
Nothing to prepare
Your therapist brings a professional massage table, fresh linens and oils.
How to book a post-natal massage
Get the go-ahead
Check with your doctor or midwife that a gentle massage is fine for you now.
Book a massage →Choose the massage
On www.rhea.ae/booking, choose your area, then a Swedish or lymphatic drainage massage.
Choose the length
Many new mothers choose 60 minutes, at AED 400. 90 minutes costs AED 550.
Write post-natal in the notes
Add how many weeks since the birth, whether it was a caesarean, if you would like to lie on your side, and any area to avoid.
Pay online
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Pay online by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. You receive a confirmation straight away.
Prices
Choose your session
No hidden costs. Travel, a professional table, fresh linens and oils are included.
A session that ends after 10pm costs AED 100 extra per booking. See all prices →
3 simple steps to
relax at home
Book your home massage in less than 2 minutes.
Choose Your Massage
Swedish, deep tissue or sports. Select what your body needs.
Schedule at Your Home
Choose the date, time and confirm. The massage comes to you.
Relax at Home
Your therapist is on the way with everything. Just open the door.
Check with your doctor or midwife first
Please speak to your doctor or midwife before booking, especially after a caesarean section or a difficult birth, or if you have stitches, bleeding, swelling, pain or a medical condition. They will tell you when a massage is right for you. Tell your therapist about any scar or stitches so that area is left alone. RHEA offers wellness massage, not medical or physiotherapy care.
Gentle pressure, side-lying if you prefer
After birth, lying flat on your front can feel uncomfortable, especially if you are breastfeeding or recovering from a caesarean. Ask for a side-lying session in the booking notes and your therapist will position you on your side, supported with pillows, and can also work with you sitting for the neck and shoulders. You can change position or stop for a break whenever you need.
The pressure stays gentle throughout. Your therapist checks in with you during the session, and you stay covered with fresh linens except the area being massaged. You undress to your comfort level; keeping underwear on is always fine.
If your baby needs you during the session, tell your therapist and take a break. You can stop at any time. Wear something comfortable that is easy to feed in before and after, and keep water and a muslin or two within reach.
Swedish or lymphatic drainage: which to choose
| Massage | Pressure | Pace | Best if you want |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swedish | 2 of 5 | Slow, flowing | A classic, relaxing massage |
| Lymphatic drainage | 1 of 5 | Very slow, rhythmic | A very light, quiet touch |
Shoulders, back and arms
Feeding, carrying, rocking and lifting a car seat all add up. Many new mothers notice it most in the upper back, the neck, the shoulders, the arms and the wrists. Tell your therapist where you feel it, and they can spend more of the session there, gently.
If you would rather stay dressed, a reflexology session works on the feet and lower legs while you stay fully clothed. As with any massage after birth, check with your doctor or midwife first.
Some new mothers prefer to keep the first session short and gentle, then book a longer one once they know how they feel afterwards. There is no need to decide everything in advance: tell your therapist at the start what feels right on the day.
Planning around your baby
Many mothers book during a nap, or when a partner, a relative or a nanny can look after the baby, so they can switch off for the whole session. Feeding just before your therapist arrives often makes the hour easier to plan.
Every day from 8am to 10pm. A late session can end as late as 1am. You can book the same day with at least 4 hours of notice, when a therapist is free. If the night was short, you can still book the same afternoon. Choose a quiet room where you can close the door, and clear a space of about two by two metres for the table. Your therapist sets up in about ten minutes and leaves the room as it was.
A gift for a new mother
A massage at home is a thoughtful present for someone who has just had a baby, because she does not need to go anywhere. A RHEA gift card is sent by email and she books when her doctor or midwife is happy and the timing suits her. Around Mother's Day, see the Mother's Day gift card.
Add-ons, if you like
Popular with a post-natal session: the Eye Mask (AED 45), the Nourishing Ritual (AED 90) and the Scalp & Hair Ritual (AED 90). If you are breastfeeding, ask your doctor or midwife before adding Aromatherapy.
| Aromatherapy | AED 45 |
| Eye Mask | AED 45 |
| Muscle Relax Oil | AED 45 |
| Red Light LED Face Mask | AED 90 |
| Nourishing Ritual | AED 90 |
| Scalp & Hair Ritual | AED 90 |
Is a post-natal massage right for you?
A good fit if you…
- have your doctor's or midwife's go-ahead
- want gentle pressure
- would rather not leave home with a newborn
Choose another option if you…
- have not yet spoken to your doctor or midwife
- want deep tissue work
- need medical or physiotherapy care
Post-natal massage across Dubai
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Post-natal at home with RHEA.
Write to us
Another question? Send us an email and we will reply personally.
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Prices and details checked on 3 November 2026.
Ready for a massage at home?
60 min AED 400 · travel included. Your therapist brings a professional massage table, fresh linens and oils.